In many ways the events depicted in “The Rejection” seem hyperbolic and satirical, but when one looks closely, one might ask: “Are these events actually common?”
Please write a short essay (5 paragraphs) that answers some or all of these questions:
-Are these events actually common?
-Do the events depicted in “The Rejection” have their antecedents in reality?
-What are the notions of class that are portrayed in this story?
-How does this story interpret the notion of justice and/or meritocracy?
-How do hyperbole and satire enhance the narrative and illuminate the narrative’s point?
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